I’m sitting here with probably the same look on my face that the Lakers had for most of this series. Just that glazed over deer-in-the-headlights sort of look. I can’t believe that Detroit just embarassed the Lakers beating them in five games. I kept thinking to myself that eventually when the Lakers decided they wanted to, they’d turn it on and light Detroit up. Tonight’s game was the only game I watched in its entirety and it was a pretty sad showing on the Lakers part. Detroit just plain wanted it more. The Lakers were out hustled and just plain out played.

I have to give credit to Detroit in this series. They were the better team. I wouldn’t go so far as to say they’re the best team in the NBA. I’d still take the Timberwolves, Spurs, or Kings over them any day of the week and twice on Sunday. Those folks that say how strong Detroit is as a team are full of it. I’d be willing to bet almost all of those folks were saying that Detroit (or anyone in the East for that matter) didn’t have a chance a month ago. But no use in debating the hypothetical. I’m happy that Larry Brown finally has an NBA ring. He definitely deserves one. And congratulations on a championship, Detroit. We’ll see you next year.